Barracuda by Buttera

John Buttera's memorable creations include this 1972 Mattel Hot Wheels Plymouth Barracuda for Don Prudhomme, an admirer who still owns the funny car. Buttera died March 2 at age 68.

John Buttera's memorable creations include this 1972 Mattel Hot Wheels Plymouth Barracuda for Don Prudhomme, an admirer who still owns the funny car. Buttera died March 2 at age 68. (Don Prudhomme Racing)

John Buttera's memorable creations include this 1972 Mattel Hot Wheels Plymouth Barracuda for Don Prudhomme, an admirer who still owns the funny car. Buttera died March 2 at age 68.